Practice - Part A: Class A Power Amplifier Characterization
Practice Questions
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What is the maximum theoretical efficiency of a Class A amplifier?
💡 Hint: Think about how power is dissipated in Class A amplifiers.
What does I_CQ represent in a Class A amplifier?
💡 Hint: Focus on the term 'quiescent' which indicates no signal.
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What is the maximum theoretical efficiency of a Class A amplifier?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of Class A operation.
True or False: Class A amplifiers operate in saturation at all times.
💡 Hint: Think about the conduction angle.
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Challenge Problems
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Design a Class A amplifier circuit that can output up to 1W into an 8Ω speaker. Specify the required components and their values.
💡 Hint: Start by finding V_out needed for 1W into 8Ω.
Analyze the effect of increasing the load resistance on the efficiency of a Class A amplifier. What happens and why?
💡 Hint: Consider how Ohm's law and amplifier efficiency interact.
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